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Tottenham Hotspur have held talks with AC Milan star Christian Pulisic about a potential move this summer, according to TEAMtalk.

Spurs have had a poor season so far in the Premier League and currently sit 16th in the table, five points above the relegation zone, which saw manager Thomas Frank sacked earlier this week, with ex-Juventus boss Igor Tudor expected to take over until the end of the season on an interim basis.

But the board are already planning ahead for the summer, both on the pitch and in the dugout, and it has now emerged that talks have been held with intermediaries over a potential addition to their forward line.

Tottenham Hold Talks for Christian Pulisic

Pulisic has been an integral member of the AC Milan team in recent seasons, since joining from Chelsea in 2023, which has seen the American labelled as 'world-class'.

The former Dortmund star was understood to be expecting formal talks to be opened by the Serie A side about a new contract, but those talks have not taken place yet and as a result, he is now exploring options for his next club just in case.

His representatives, via intermediaries, have opened talks with a number of Premier League clubs about making a return to England, and it's believed that Spurs are the club to have made their interest the most concrete in the 27-year-old.

Pulisic, who also represents the USMNT, enjoyed his time in London and believes he has unfinished business in the Premier League, which could encourage him to return. It's also worth nothing that he holds an excellent relationship with former Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino, who is the current manager of the national team, and he has been strongly linked with a return to north London this summer to become Frank's permanent replacement.

That makes for an intriguing situation to keep an eye on, although Milan currently remain adamant that they will open talks over a new deal before the season ends, and they expect to agree terms to extend his stay in Italy.

Pulisic to Spurs Makes a Lot of Sense

Pulisic's record in Italy has been excellent, with 42 goals in 120 appearances over two-and-a-half years, and that could be enough to convince Spurs that this is the right move for them.

Despite the injury concerns he has had in the past, Tottenham are desperate to add a natural left-winger to the squad, and Pulisic offers that, plus experience at the very highest level, and also a great relationship with the man who is deemed to be the top target to be their next manager.

There are a lot of hypotheticals in place at the moment, but this is something to keep a close eye on over the coming months.

Tottenham Hotspur senior figures are 'working around the clock' to agree a deal for Mauricio Pochettino to join them in the summer, according to a report in Spain.

Spurs decided to go down the interim manager route following the dismissal of Thomas Frank on Wednesday, with a deal agreed for free-agent Igor Tudor to join them until the end of the season.

The Croatian boss arrives at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium having been sacked by Juventus at the end of October, following a defeat at Lazio that had further extended a run of seven games without a win.

The north Londoners can now get to work on choosing who they want in full-time charge next term, with one clear favourite.

Tottenham Want Mauricio Pochettino Back

According to Fichajes, Pochettino is the consensus candidate among Tottenham decision-makers as they plot their return to the elite in the 2026-27 season.

Spurs fans also made their feelings clear during Thomas Frank's final match in charge against Newcastle on Tuesday, as they chanted Pochettino's name during another poor performance.

The report says that the intention of Tottenham is to bring the 53-year-old back to the club once his contract expires with the USA this summer, following the conclusion of their home World Cup.

The north Londoners are said to have full confidence in the 'world-class' Argentine being the only manager who can lift them out of their current malaise, knowing how the club works as well as he does.

They also believe he has unfinished business at the club, having led them to the 2019 Champions League final, where they were beaten by Liverpool.

The report adds that Tottenham decision-makers are 'working around the clock' to find an agreement for Pochettino to rejoin them in the summer.

Mauricio Pochettino is in London

It certainly hasn't gone unnoticed by Tottenham fans that Pochettino is currently in London following updates on his Instagram account.

Fans will put two and two together, but as GIVEMESPORT sources have maintained in recent weeks, there is no chance of the Argentine leaving his post with the USA before the World Cup.

Of course, a deal could be discussed for after the World Cup now, but according to GMS sources, we shouldn't read too much into the manager's presence in the capital during Spurs' manager search.

Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a deal to appoint Igor Tudor as interim manager until the end of the season, according to GIVEMESPORT sources.

Spurs have decided to roll the dice on the Croatian boss to ensure they don't drop into the relegation zone in the Premier League, with Tuesday night's 2-1 home defeat to Newcastle United leaving them two spots and five points above London rivals West Ham United in the bottom three.

Tottenham wanted to bring in an experienced option to lead them to safety and the 47-year-old fits the bill given the impact he has made at Lazio and Juventus in the closing stages of the previous two seasons.

Tudor Arrives With Impressive End of Season Record

While Tudor was sacked by Juve at the end of October following a run of eight matches without a win, it was he who turned their 2024-25 season around to finish fourth in Serie A following a difficult campaign under the leadership of Thiago Motta.

After being appointed in March following successive heavy defeats to Atalanta and Fiorentina, the Croat led the Old Lady to five wins and three draws in their final nine league games.

Remarkably, the 47-year-old had an identical record after replacing Maurizio Sarri at Lazio in March 2024, taking the club from ninth to seventh and securing European football qualification.

Igor Tudor Will Transform Randal Kolo Muani

Alongside Frank, one of the biggest disappointments of the season for Tottenham has been Randal Kolo Muani.

Spurs fans would have been excited about what the France international could do after his loan move from Paris Saint-Germain, but instead he has underwhelmed and only has three goals and three assists in 27 appearances in all competitions.

The 27-year-old is also yet to get off the mark in 18 Premier League outings for the north Londoners, despite starting on 12 occasions.

Kolo Muani did find starts hard to come by under Frank in general though, and it was reported in January that he was willing to terminate his loan at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to secure a move elsewhere for more game time in the transfer window.

The Frenchman did stay though, and he could be the player who benefits the most from the appointment of Tudor.

Kolo Muani started Juve's final six matches - which brought three wins and two draws - last term under Tudor, scoring three times having previously gone eight games without a Serie A goal.

That is a promising sign that Tudor knows how to play to Kolo Muani's strengths and get him on the score-sheet, which could be vital for Spurs in the closing months of the season.

Tottenham Hotspur have made free-agent manager Xavi Hernandez their top target to replace Thomas Frank, according to reports in Spain.

The Dane proved to be the wrong replacement for Ange Postecoglou after he was sacked following the club's Europa League success, with Spurs currently only one place better off in the Premier League table than where they finished last term.

The north London club are in desperate need of a boost as they are involved in a relegation battle with 12 matches of the season left to play, with their next encounter against leaders and arch-rivals Arsenal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 22.

While Spurs are five points above London rivals West Ham United in the bottom three, they have won only two of their previous 17 top flight games with the last of those coming against Sunderland on December 28.

Tottenham Preparing Big Offer for Xavi

According to Fichajes, Xavi has become the name that most appeals to the Tottenham hierarchy as they begin the process to appoint Frank's successor, despite reported talks with Roberto De Zerbi.

Senior Tottenham figures believe that the Spaniard is a leader who can transform the team's footballing identity, and is a long-term project rather than simply an emergency solution to their current issues.

While Spurs know that convincing the 46-year-old to move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will be difficult considering he has rejected many offers since leaving Barcelona in 2024, they are ready to make a big financial offer and give him the significant sporting flexibility that he is craving in his next role.

Xavi would also be tempted by working in the Premier League if the proposal was right, as previously revealed by GIVEMESPORT senior reporter Fabrizio Romano, given its demands as the most high-profile European division.

Xavi Appointment Would be Calculated Risk

The problem for Tottenham if they do appoint a manager with no Premier League experience who needs time to build his project, is that they don't have time.

Spurs have a dozen matches to pick up the points they need to ensure they avoid dropping into the Championship, and they need immediate results.

While it can't be denied that Xavi, who has won a La Liga title, should boost the squad and the whole club because of his huge profile, that would need to translate to results on the pitch as well, starting against Arsenal.

There is no room for error for the Tottenham board after the failed appointment of Frank, and perhaps Xavi is a name they should be looking at as a serious candidate in the summer instead, if they still need a permanent manager by then.

Tottenham Hotspur are confident of appointing an experienced interim head coach by Monday, according to Football London's Spurs correspondent Alasdair Gold.

The north London club are keen to bring in a new manager in time for the start of next week, ahead of their huge north London derby against Arsenal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 22.

Tuesday night's home defeat to Newcastle left Spurs just five points above the Premier League relegation zone with 12 matches left to play, and they need to start picking up points to move away from trouble as the clubs below them - Nottingham Forest and West Ham United - begin to pick up some form.

Tottenham to Appoint Interim to Make 'Instant Impact'

According to Gold, posting on X late on Friday morning, Tottenham are closing in on the appointment of an experienced interim head coach.

While the candidate or candidates remain unnamed as things stand, Gold believes that whoever it is who is appointed will also have a chance over the coming months to stake their claim for the permanent job, when Spurs will make that decision.

Tottenham want the person in place by the time players return to training on Monday following some time off, as they look to prepare for the visit of Arsenal.

Who Could Get the Interim Job?

The fact that Tottenham are ready to appoint an interim manager would seemingly rule out the likes of Roberto De Zerbi - who was ready to travel to London for talks over the role - and Enzo Maresca, who have been heavily linked with the club in the days following Frank's dismissal.

Other options include former Spurs striker Robbie Keane after the impressive job he has done at Ferencvaros, although it would require the 45-year-old to only commit until the end of the season, and he may instead be looking for a longer-term commitment if he is to leave Hungary.

Harry Redknapp is another experienced manager who knows the club and has thrown his hat into the ring, but he hasn't worked in club management since his departure from Birmingham City in 2017.

Gareth Southgate is emerging a 'shock' contender to replace Thomas Frank at Tottenham Hotspur, according to TEAMtalk.

Spurs are looking for their sixth permanent manager since Mauricio Pochettino was sacked in 2019 after five years in charge of the club.

Frank was dismissed following a run of just two wins in 17 Premier League matches, which has left the north London outfit embroiled in a relegation battle alongside the likes of Leeds United, Nottingham Forest and West Ham United.

Tottenham lie five points above the bottom three ahead of a huge match against Arsenal at home next weekend, in which they will hope to have either an interim or permanent manager in place.

'Surprise' Gareth Southgate Development

While managers such as Pochettino and the newly-available Roberto De Zerbi -who is willing to travel to London for talks according to GIVEMESPORT sources - are being heavily mentioned for the Tottenham job, former England boss Southgate is emerging as a surprise candidate, according to TEAMtalk.

The report says that the 55-year-old has some support from senior figures at Spurs, who believe that the leadership and man-management skills he showed during his time in charge of the Three Lions could be just what they need to rebuild a fractious dressing room.

While Southgate's name has been raised during internal conversations at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, it's unclear whether he would be keen to take on the role.

Southgate previously said prior to Ruben Amorim's appointment at Manchester United that he was in no rush to return to management having resigned from the England job following the Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain.

Southgate a Better Interim Option for Tottenham

Whether Tottenham should be seriously considering Southgate depends on which avenue they are planning to go down in terms of their next manager.

There would have to be question marks over appointing the 55-year-old on a long-term deal, given he hasn't managed in club football since 2009 with Middlesbrough.

On the flip-side, if Spurs believe they need a manager who can bring the team and the whole club together in the remaining months of the campaign as they look to fend off a relegation battle - and if he is willing to do it - then Southgate could be one of the best options available to ENIC.

Ferencvaros manager Robbie Keane would be interested in becoming the next permanent Tottenham Hotspur manager after Thomas Frank was sacked, according to Sky Sports News.

The north London club sacked the Dane after just eight months in charge this week, following the club's 2-1 defeat to Newcastle which left them in 16th in the Premier League, just five points adrift of the relegation zone.

The search is now on for his replacement, and while the club are open to an interim manager coming in until the end of the season, they're also looking at potential permanent options, and Keane wants to be in the conversation.

Robbie Keane Wants Tottenham Job Permanently

Keane, who has won two league titles as a manager with both Maccabi Tel-Aviv and Ferencvaros, has emerged as a name who is being considered for the role, having enjoyed a stellar career as a player with the club.

The Irishman scored 122 goals in 306 appearances for Spurs over two spells at the club and is considered a club legend by many, and some at Spurs believe he could be the perfect man to fill in until the end of the season, in a similar fashion to Michael Carrick at Manchester United.

However, Sky Sports News have revealed that while Keane would be open to joining the club as their next manager, he would only be keen to do so as the permanent boss, rather than taking an interim role.

"Robbie Keane would be open to returning to Tottenham, but we also understand that he wouldn't be looking for an interim role," Michael Bridge revealed.

"It's also worth saying that there is no indication yet from Tottenham Hotspur that they would be interested in Robbie Keane, but Keane has done a brilliant job abroad with the two roles he's had so far."

Keane Not Right for Permanent Role Yet

Every fan base would love to have a manager in place who understands the club, and Keane would certainly fit that bill at Spurs. But considering the position Tottenham are in right now, and where they want to be, it's too soon for him.

Keane has never managed in a top league, and while he has experience managing in the Europa League, it would be a huge jump up to take over at Tottenham permanently to help them build.

A top manager with lots of experience is needed to get the club back to where they feel it belongs, and while Keane could make a convincing case for himself if he performed in an interim role first, it's no surprise he doesn't want to leave a job where he's currently successful for a long shot.

Mauricio Pochettino has made no secret of his desire to return to Tottenham Hotspur one day. In fact, he has very publicly spoken about the Lilywhites in glowing terms as recently as this week, effectively saying yes to re-joining the club he left in 2019.

Tottenham are on the lookout for a new head coach after Thomas Frank was sacked earlier this week, ending just eight months in charge in north London.

Spurs are 16th in the Premier League table and involved in an unexpected relegation battle, while simultaneously qualifying for the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League.

USA Believe They Have A 'World-Class' Manager In Pochettino

The likelihood is that Spurs will appoint an interim boss until the end of the current season and bring in a permanent new head coach in the summer.

It is the summer when Pochettino, one of the favourites for the vacant position, will be available, given he is contracted to guide one of the hosts - the USA - at the World Cup. He signed a deal with the USA in 2024 after US Soccer Federation sporting director Matt Crocker was tasked with bringing in a world-class coach.

Speaking to the High Performance Podcast, Pochettino and assistant coach Jesus Perez were asked which club they have been at they think most fondly of and was most special to them and their answer was clear.

​​​​​​​Pochettino Wants To Return To Tottenham

"It is very simple: Tottenham," Pochettino replied. "Still, the people on the street, the fans of Tottenham, really show the love and the appreciation, and I think that is why it’s so special."

Pochettino's comments come under the spotlight even more now Thomas Frank has been sacked by Spurs.

He would be a huge fans' favourite and a manager to unite everyone together once more, given the huge disconnect between the fans and the club right now.

Not only that, but he would be a popular choice for, if not all, then certain players already at the Tottenham Hostpur Stadium.

During his five-year spell at the club between 2014 and 2019, Pochettino had to handle a young squad, getting them fitter than most other teams in the Premier League and firing towards the top of the table.

Young Players Shone Under Pochettino At Spurs

Spurs finished in the Champions League places four seasons in a row under Pochettino and the Argentine got the best out of inexperienced players. Harry Kane was 21 when Pochettino arrived in north London. The head coach signed an 18-year-old Dele Alli half a season later and Son Heung-min at the age of 23 a year after arriving at the club. Eric Dier had also arrived, aged 21, while Kyle Walker and Danny Rose were just 24 years of age. Christian Eriksen and Erik Lamela had arrived aged 23.

Pochettino got the best out of young, inexperienced but talented players and there are a fair few at Tottenham right now who would love to see the Argentine come in on the basis that he can improve young players to meet their potential.

Eighteen-year-old Archie Gray has already regularly outperformed his more senior teammates this season. Lucas Bergvall at just turned 20 is already a shining light. Fellow 20-year-old Mathys Tel has not quite lived up to his billing after a big-money move from Bayern Munich, while Wilson Odobert at 21 has plenty of talent still to show.

Spurs have good young players who need nurturing. Pochettino has proven he can do just that.

Enzo Maresca is the 'surprise' name in 'pole position' to get the Tottenham Hotspur job despite links with Roberto De Zerbi, according to Italian outlet Sport Italia.

Spurs are looking for their sixth permanent manager since Mauricio Pochettino departed the club in 2019, with the Argentine one of the contenders to succeed Thomas Frank following his sacking on Wednesday.

The issue with bringing the popular Argentine back to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is that he is unavailable until after the USA's 2026 World Cup campaign, according to GIVEMESPORT sources, which would take the north London club deep in the summer should America go far in the tournament.

It leaves Spurs considering other free agent options they could get sooner, of which Maresca is one.

Enzo Maresca Leading Race for Tottenham Job

According to Sport Italia, the Tottenham hierarchy are looking for a manager who is capable of revitalising their project, team and long-term ambitions following the exit of the underwhelming Frank.

While rumours have linked De Zerbi, who would be willing to speak to travel to London to speak to the club according to GIVEMESPORT sources, with the Spurs job following his sudden exit from Marseille this week, it is actually his Italian counterpart who is in pole position for the role.

Like De Zerbi, Maresca is a free agent following his own departure from Premier League rivals Chelsea last month, with GMS sources revealing that the 46-year-old manager was approached by Manchester City prior to leaving Stamford Bridge.

The work the Italian did in west London in terms of developing players and improving the team's collective performances and mentality is said to have impressed Tottenham decision-makers.

Spurs would hope that Maresca, described as 'incredible' by Pep Guradiola, could galvanise a squad that is clearly lacking in confidence and quality at the moment, not helped by the absence of many key first-team players through injury.

Maresca an Interesting Fit for Tottenham

While Maresca ultimately left Chelsea following disagreements behind the scenes, it's hard to fault the work he did during his tenure at Stamford Bridge.

The Italian delivered a Conference League and Club World Cup trophy for the Blues to show he is a winner who can back it up with silverware, while he also won the Championship title with Leicester City prior to joining Chelsea.

Maresca has the potential to help Tottenham build a long-term project too, because of his tactical philosophy, although there may be concerns over appointing him given he has no experience of leading a team in a relegation battle.

Roberto De Zerbi is ready to turn down Manchester United and take the vacant Tottenham Hotspur job, according to the iPaper.

Spurs' search for a new manager after they decided to sack Thomas Frank on Wednesday coincided with the departure of the Italian at Marseille, and now their paths could collide.

The free-agent Italian has previously turned down the job at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, but according to GIVEMESPORT sources, he is now willing to travel to London to speak to them about the project again given he could have more influence over recruitment following the departures of Daniel Levy and Fabio Paratici in recent months.

De Zerbi Sees Tottenham Job as 'Next Logical Step'

Sources close to De Zerbi are said to have told the iPaper that the 46-year-old is interested in taking over from Frank in north London, and sees the Spurs job as the 'next logical step' in his management career following his exit from Marseille.

Despite his exit only happening in the last 48 hours, the Italian is said to be ready to get straight back to work, and potentially at Tottenham, as they look to avoid being sucked further into a Premier League relegation battle.

Their defeat at home to Newcastle United on Tuesday night, which spelt the end for Frank, means Spurs lie just two spots and five points above the bottom three with 12 games to play.

According to GIVEMESPORT sources, Manchester United have an interest in appointing De Zerbi in the summer, while Manchester City could include him on their shortlist too when Pep Guardiola eventually leaves the Etihad.

However, the 'unique' coach is ready to reject the former and take another job at Tottenham with their ability to move for him quickly set to scupper United's plans.

De Zerbi Could be Exactly What Tottenham Need

Not only does De Zerbi play the exciting, attacking football that Tottenham fans will be craving after an underwhelming campaign under Frank, but he also offers other attractive traits too.

Brighton fans loved the Italian's passion and he does have the character to unite a whole club and the relationship between supporters and players, which has been fractured this season.

A manager capable of pulling together a fractured squad who are low on confidence could be just what Tottenham need right now, despite the temptation of waiting until after the World Cup to re-appoint USA manager Mauricio Pochettino.